I just wanted to open a thread to discus this issue, this is something I'm working on, and something a couple others have shown some interest in.
The goal is to take a Porsche 914 5 speed manual transmition, and convert it from mid engined application, to be used in a rear engined Bug.
PROS-
use of the type4 or 914 engine is easier, with the use of a stock 914 flywheel and pressueplate the engine and tranny just bolt up.
it is built to handle the extra power of the 914 engine, no need to use a beefed up type1 trns axle
its a 5 speed, a step up over the stock type1 unit, and not near as expensive as the Berg 5 tranny.
CONS-
Extra length of tranny may pose some problems.
you'd have to flip the ring gear or otherwise learn how to drive backwards. You'd have to do this yourself and take the chance of screwing it up, or pay a transmition shop to do it.
Mounting the tranny can cause some problems, possibly having to pay big dollars to have it welded up right.
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I invite your comments, if you've done this before, I welcome your input,. and if you're considering doing something similar, I'm anbout to do this so stick around and learn from my mistakes.
VB